Fundamentals of Nursing
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nursing student is explaining why nursing is considered a
profession. Which statement best reflects a key characteristic
of professional nursing?
A. Nursing tasks are delegated by physicians
B. Nursing is based on a specialized body of knowledge
C. Nursing focuses only on hospital-based care
D. Nursing requires minimal formal education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is defined by a specialized body of
knowledge, education, and standards of practice.
• A: Nursing is autonomous, not just delegated.
• C: Nursing occurs in many settings, not only hospitals.
• D: Nursing requires formal education and licensure.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
nursing as a respected profession through sanitation and
environmental care?
A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
,C. Dorothea Dix
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized sanitation, hygiene, and
environmental factors in patient care.
• A: Founded the American Red Cross.
• C: Advocated for mental health reform.
• D: First professionally trained African American nurse.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse explains contemporary nursing practice. Which factor
best reflects modern nursing trends?
A. Focus on acute care only
B. Increased use of technology and informatics
C. Elimination of patient-centered care
D. Reduced need for continuing education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Modern nursing includes technology, informatics, and
evidence-based care.
, • A: Care spans acute, community, and preventive settings.
• C: Patient-centered care is essential.
• D: Lifelong learning is required.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A nurse is discussing trends in health care. Which trend most
impacts nursing practice today?
A. Decreased life expectancy
B. Shift toward community-based care
C. Reduced patient acuity
D. Elimination of chronic illness
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Healthcare is shifting toward community and preventive care.
• A: Life expectancy has increased.
• C: Patient acuity is often higher.
• D: Chronic illness is increasing.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nursing student is explaining why nursing is considered a
profession. Which statement best reflects a key characteristic
of professional nursing?
A. Nursing tasks are delegated by physicians
B. Nursing is based on a specialized body of knowledge
C. Nursing focuses only on hospital-based care
D. Nursing requires minimal formal education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is defined by a specialized body of
knowledge, education, and standards of practice.
• A: Nursing is autonomous, not just delegated.
• C: Nursing occurs in many settings, not only hospitals.
• D: Nursing requires formal education and licensure.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
nursing as a respected profession through sanitation and
environmental care?
A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
,C. Dorothea Dix
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized sanitation, hygiene, and
environmental factors in patient care.
• A: Founded the American Red Cross.
• C: Advocated for mental health reform.
• D: First professionally trained African American nurse.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse explains contemporary nursing practice. Which factor
best reflects modern nursing trends?
A. Focus on acute care only
B. Increased use of technology and informatics
C. Elimination of patient-centered care
D. Reduced need for continuing education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Modern nursing includes technology, informatics, and
evidence-based care.
, • A: Care spans acute, community, and preventive settings.
• C: Patient-centered care is essential.
• D: Lifelong learning is required.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A nurse is discussing trends in health care. Which trend most
impacts nursing practice today?
A. Decreased life expectancy
B. Shift toward community-based care
C. Reduced patient acuity
D. Elimination of chronic illness
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Healthcare is shifting toward community and preventive care.
• A: Life expectancy has increased.
• C: Patient acuity is often higher.
• D: Chronic illness is increasing.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
